5 May 2025
✨ Cinco de Mayo, Small Business Week & Babylon’s best events — all in one place.
📅 Tue May 6 ⛈️ Storms & Flood Risk 61°F, 🌧️ 100% Chance of Rain
📅 Wed May 7 ☁️ Mostly Cloudy with Showers 66°F, 🌧️ 40% Chance of Rain
📅 Thu May 8 🌦️ Passing Shower 67°F, 🌧️ 30% Chance of Rain
📅 Fri May 9 🌧️ Periods of Rain 62°F, 🌧️ 80% Chance of Rain
📚 In This Guide…
- 🥳 Special Event: Cinco de Mayo at Besito
- 📈 Small Business Week Highlights
- 🌆 Week Overview
- 📅 Monday – May 5
- 📅 Tuesday – May 6
- 📅 Wednesday – May 7
- 📅 Thursday – May 8
- 📅 Friday – May 9
- 🔗 Helpful Links
🥳 Special Event Highlight: Cinco de Mayo at Besito
Besito West Islip is hosting THE Cinco de Mayo party on Long Island —
🎉 Monday, May 5 from 4–6 PM
🍹 Complimentary Patrón Tasting
🌮 Chef’s Specials
🎁 Chance to win one of three $100 gift cards + swag
Whether you’re dining in or celebrating at home, Besito’s got your fiesta covered.
👉 Details & Contest Rules
📈 Small Business Week Shoutout
It’s National Small Business Week, and we’re showing love to the entrepreneurs who power our local economy.
🎁 As part of the celebration, ILoveBabylon.com is giving away 20 Free Online Presence Audits for local businesses — powered by HyperLocalHero.com.
📍 Get your free audit while spots last and make sure your business shows up on Google, Maps, and social media.
🔍 If your business isn’t showing up when people search online — or worse, if your competitors are — an audit can reveal exactly what’s missing and how to fix it.
Business-themed events this week include:
- 🗓️ Mon May 5: Evening with Gaya Samarasingha — Learn from a global entrepreneur in Lindenhurst.
- 🗓️ Tue May 6: Grow Local with Trellus — Get tools to succeed in e-commerce and win a $500 credit.
- 🗓️ Wed May 7: Amityville Chamber of Commerce Meeting — Network with local business owners and hear from the Mayor.
🌆 Week Overview
It’s a packed week of fun, food, family, and community:
📅 Monday – May 5
Start the week strong with a festive Cinco de Mayo celebration at Besito in West Islip, featuring complimentary Patrón tastings and a chance to win prizes. If you’re looking for something hands-on and family-friendly, join the Adult & Kids Cooking Class at Babylon Mercantile and learn how to make burgers and fries from scratch with your little chef. Then, wrap up your Monday evening with inspiration and networking at an exclusive dinner event with entrepreneur Gaya Samarasingha at Pino Wine Bar in Lindenhurst.
📅 Tuesday – May 6
Tuesday brings a tasty, artsy, and insightful mix of events across town. Grab a plate (or three) for Taco Tuesday in Lindenhurst with a side of margaritas, then get down to business at Grow Local with Trellus at Babylon Town Hall — a must-attend for entrepreneurs looking to boost their e-commerce presence during Small Business Week.
For families and creatives, there’s an Advanced Kids Art Class at The Color Palette and two evening painting sessions: Paint Nite: The Beach Calls Me at Lily’s and a dreamy Yoga Nidra meditation for better sleep. Feeling intuitive? Psychic Night at Sophia Italian Bistro features private readings and a 3-course dinner. Finally, gamers can dive into battle at the Digimon CCG Tournament in Deer Park. Whether you’re painting, predicting, or powering up, there’s something for everyone this Tuesday!
📅 Wednesday – May 7
Kick off your Wednesday with creativity at the Home School Art Class at The Color Palette in Lindy Village, perfect for homeschoolers eager to explore their artistic side. For grown-ups who love storytelling, join the Children’s Lit Workshop for Adults, a thoughtful dive into classic tales and how to craft your own.
Midday, local business leaders will gather for the Amityville Chamber of Commerce Meeting at Mesita — a great place to network and hear community updates. When the sun sets, the sounds turn up with Bob Pinnola live at Lily Flanagan’s and Tiger Rose delivering two sets of Jerry Band jams at The Warehouse. If you’re in the mood for a little brainpower over brews, Trivia Night at Belfast Gastropub is where it’s at — bring your crew and claim that prize!
📅 Thursday – May 8
Thursday is packed with heart, health, and a little mystery. All week, Del Fuego continues showing love to nurses with 15% off — just show your ID! Cheer on a great cause at the Peter Figoski Softball Fundraiser, honoring local heroes with a varsity game, raffles, and refreshments.
Health-minded folks can join a free Stroke & Brain Aneurysm Awareness Workshop in West Islip. Then, make your voice heard at the School Board Candidate Meet & Greet hosted by the Amityville Teachers’ Association.
In the evening, get crafty with Anna Chan’s Coastal Bali Mirror Workshop — a fun night of seashell art, snacks, and shopping in Babylon. For entertainment, head to the Argyle Theatre for a performance of *Fiddler on the Roof*, or solve a whodunit at the interactive Murder Mystery Dinner at RipTides Grill.
📅 Friday – May 9
Friday is overflowing with options to unwind, get creative, and have fun. Start with the Home School Art Class in Lindy Village, a great hands-on experience for young artists. Pokémon lovers can jump into battle at Pokémon Night in Lindenhurst with pro player Lori Beth — games, trades, and pizza included.
Support a great cause at the Pressed Flower Fundraiser at Hurricane Grill, where your crafts benefit the Lindenhurst HS National Art Honor Society. As the night rolls in, live music lights up the town — catch Lounge Act at Salt Shack, The Legendary Murphys and Lucky Stiffs at The Warehouse, or Tomcats at Carney’s Pub in Amityville.
If you’re looking for healing vibes instead of high energy, head to Third Season Yoga for a night of sound healing and spirit messages or breathe deep at the SOMA Breathwork Journey in West Babylon — perfect for inner peace seekers.
🔗 Helpful Links
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📝 Final Word from the Editor
From tequila tastings to trivia nights, this week is pure Babylon brilliance.
And remember — if you own or love a small business, now’s the time to show support, shop local, and audit that online presence!
We’re here for it all. You should be too.
See you out there!
— The ILoveBabylon.com Team